Skyrim’s Guardian Stones Seem To Be Real

Those of you who have played Skyrim (so basically, everyone) should know what a Guardian Stone is. If not (shame on you), then here’s a quick recap. The Guardian Stones are those small stone pillars that bestow blessing upon your character, enabling faster Magicka restoration, extra damage and even more special abilities.

So, while these powers and blessing only exist in the world of Skyrim, the stones themselves do actually exist in certain parts of the world. To be more specific in the Irish town of Bundoran. Kotaku reader Brian, spotted this sea front monument and immediately thought of the Guardian Stones.

“The area is one of Ireland’s primo surfing areas, with surfers from all around the world coming to the small town of Bundoran on the west coast of Ireland. So I can only imagine that this is in fact the Surfer Stone giving users the power of Atlantic Wave Tamer!”

The work of artist Brendan McGloin, the stone sculpture dates from 2000 and is named Carraige na Nean, (Rock of the Birds). It may not be related to Skyrim at all, but it’s the closest thing you’re going to get. Well, this week at least.